2004 Hyundai Elantra Owner's Manual - Page 168

3 WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY 10 IF YOUR CAR MUST BE TOWED D080A01A-AAT D080B01A-AAT D080C02A-AAT Towing a Car with a Manual Transaxle Towing a Car with an Automatic Transaxle o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE D080A01E o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE WITH NO DAMAGE D080B01E o NOT OK FOR AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE o OK FOR MANUAL TRANSAXLE D080C01E ! CAUTION: Your car can be damaged if towed incorrectly! If your car has to be towed, it should be done by your Hyundai dealer or a commercial tow truck service. This will help assure that your car is not damaged in towing. Also, professionals are generally aware of state and local laws governing towing. In any case, rather than risk damage to your car, it is suggested that you show this information to the tow truck operator. Be sure that a safety chain system is used and that all state and local laws are observed. o If the car is being towed with the rear wheels on the ground, be sure the parking brake is released. o If the car is being towed with the front wheels on the ground, be sure that the transaxle is in neutral. Also, be sure that the ignition key is in the "ACC" position. This is necessary to prevent damage to the steering lock mechanism, which is not designed to hold the front wheels straight while the car is being towed. o If any of the loaded wheels or suspension components are damaged, a towing dolly must be used. ! CAUTION: A car with an automatic transaxle should never be towed from the rear with the front wheels on the ground. This can cause serious damage to the transaxle. If the car must be towed from the rear, a towing dolly must be used under the front wheels. If the car is being towed with the rear wheels on the ground, be sure the parking brake is released.